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Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels

Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels: Easy Appetizer for Any Gathering

Taco Cream Cheese Pinwheels are a delicious vegetarian appetizer that combines creamy cheese with zesty taco flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese any blend
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning homemade for freshness
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables e.g. bell peppers, scallions
For the Wrap
  • 4 large tortillas flour or corn
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup jalapeños sliced

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheese, taco seasoning, and chopped vegetables. Blend until smooth.
  2. Lay a tortilla flat on a surface and spread a generous portion of the cream cheese mixture evenly across it.
  3. Starting from one edge, tightly roll the tortilla into a cylinder, pressing down gently as you go.
  4. Slice the rolled tortilla into 1-inch thick rounds to create pinwheels.
  5. Refrigerate the sliced pinwheels for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and pair with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pinwheelsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed chilled. Can add ingredients to taste. Great for making ahead.

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